Global City

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"Global City is a city-building simulator game where you are the mayor, tasked with managing resource production, completing quests, and interacting with residents. Start by constructing basic infrastructure and gathering resources, then upgrade buildings and engage with other players for trade and collaboration, with the goal of turning a rundown town into a thriving metropolis."

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64%

Audience ScoreBased on 596 reviews

graphics10 positive mentions

gameplay4 negative mentions

Global City is a fun and engaging city-building game that offers a relaxing experience for casual gamers.
The game features visually appealing graphics and a variety of tasks that keep players interested.
It provides a good time-killing experience, especially for those who enjoy resource management and city simulation.

The game is heavily reliant on microtransactions, making it feel like a pay-to-win experience, especially in later stages.
Progression can be painfully slow without spending real money, leading to frustration and repetitive gameplay.
Many players report technical issues, such as lag, unresponsive controls, and a lack of support from developers.

graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
29%
The graphics of Global City are generally praised for being visually appealing and cute, standing out within the city simulation genre. While some users note minor bugs, the overall aesthetic is considered better than expected for an Android game, contributing positively to the gameplay experience. However, there are concerns about the game's monetization model, which may detract from the enjoyment of the graphics for some players.
- “Building upon the city simulation genre, Global City stands out with its visually appealing graphics.”
- “The graphics are nice; there are a bunch of resource types and production chains to make finished products and materials.”
- “I enjoy the graphics.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
50%
33%
The gameplay of "Global City" is characterized by solid city-building mechanics, though it is criticized for being repetitive and lacking depth compared to genre leaders. While visually appealing and engaging for some, many users express frustration with its reliance on microtransactions and the limitations of mobile game design, leading to a mixed reception overall.
- “At the time of writing this review, I have 52.5 hours of gameplay.”
- “Building skyscrapers in Global City is like stacking pancakes, but even syrup can't mask the taste of repetitive gameplay.”
- “Urban planning meets dynamic gameplay; visually stunning but lacks depth when compared to genre staples.”
- “While not revolutionary, Global City offers solid city-building mechanics.”
monetization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
10%
60%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users labeling it as a cash grab due to high expansion costs and limited storage. While some players enjoyed the game and found it engaging without spending money, others felt pressured to make in-game purchases to progress. Overall, the monetization strategy appears to be a significant point of contention among players.
- “Great game, keeps you busy and even though there are in-game purchases, I didn't have to buy any to advance.”
- “Game was fun, even spent some money on in-game purchases.”
- “Great game, keeps you busy and even though there are in-game purchases, I didn't have to buy any to advance.”
- “The game is a quick cash grab from the developers.”
- “Game is just a cash grab; you are strangled by low storage and high expansion costs.”
- “The game is a quick cash grab from the developers.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
38%
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of depth compared to genre leaders like SimCity, with players experiencing frustrating issues such as disappearing items needed for missions and a slow accumulation of necessary currency for upgrades. Overall, the narrative fails to engage players meaningfully, detracting from the overall experience.
- “However, it lacks depth in storyline compared to genre leaders such as SimCity.”
- “I'm waiting 2 hours to create parts to start the train mission, but when the details were ready, I took it, and the warehouse was empty, as was the plant.”
- “Citycoins, the other currency which you can only get by trading, ship/plane/train quests, town hall, events, and here and there small trivial amounts, does not rack up to the extravagant costs needed to upgrade.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly after reaching level 10, as it requires constant clicking to manage resources without automation. The limited number of farm spots and the necessity to purchase additional ones with real money contribute to a perception of the game leaning towards a pay-to-win model, making progression feel frustratingly slow for those unwilling to spend. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as a barrier to enjoyment, leading to a potentially boring gameplay loop.
- “Farming materials isn't automatic; you have to click every time you want your mines to be working, be it sand or ore. This isn't bad in the first few minutes, but after level 10 it becomes annoying, especially since you only have 2 farm spots for each machine. Any additional farm spots have to be purchased with cash. Sure, the game gives you a little in the beginning, but I don't see this developing further than a pay-to-win enterprise.”
- “Played for 2.5 hours but noticed way earlier that you're going to get to a point where you'd have to start spending money to progress at a decent rate, or you're in for a very tedious and boring ride.”
- “Farming has been replaced; welcome to shooterville.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized as a blend of urban planning and comedy, likening it to a fun, slightly tipsy version of SimCity. Players appreciate the lighthearted and amusing approach to city-building, making the experience entertaining and engaging.
- “Urban planning meets comedy club; Global City is SimCity's hilarious, slightly drunk cousin!”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game features no music, which has been consistently noted by multiple users.
- “The game had no music.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report persistent executable errors despite attempting various troubleshooting methods, including uninstalling and reinstalling the game. This indicates significant stability issues that detract from the overall experience.
- “I encountered an exe error despite completing all the troubleshooting steps and reinstalling the game.”
- “I faced an exe error and have tried all troubleshooting methods, including uninstalling and reinstalling the game.”